60 Foot Coil #8 AWG Marine Grade PV Solar Wire w- MC4 Preinstalled
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Heavy-duty marine solar cable designed for high-current, low-voltage systems.
This 60-foot coil of #8 AWG PV wire comes pre-terminated with:
- ✅ Male MC4 connector on one end
- ✅ Female MC4 connector on the other
Simply cut the coil in half to create two 30-foot runs from your solar array to the charge controller. Any extra length can be used to run from the controller to your battery bank.
Built for marine, van, and off-grid environments where reliability matters.
8 AWG Solar Wire Specifications:
- Size: 10mm²
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Conductor: Tinned Copper Wire
- Conductor Structure: 80 strands 0.39mm tinned copper
- Insulation: Halogen-Free Cross-Linked Polyolefin (XLPO)
- Jacket: Halogen-Free XLPO (UV & Flame Resistant)
- Wire Diameter: 7.1±0.2mm (outer diameter)
- Configuration: Single Conductor
- Length: 60 Foot Coil
- Connectors: MC4 Male (1 end) + MC4 Female (1 end)
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| Product | Solar Cable 1 x 10mm² | |
| Conductor | Material | Tinned plated copper |
| Construction | TS 80/0.39 ±0.015 | |
| Diameter | 3.9 mm | |
| Insulation | Material | Cross-linked Polyolefin (XLPO) |
| Outer Diameter | 5.5 ±0.1 mm | |
| Average Thickness | ≥ 0.7 mm | |
| Minimum Thickness | ≥ 0.53 mm | |
| Sheath | Material | Cross-linked Polyolefin (XLPO) |
| Outer Diameter | 7.1 ±0.2 mm | |
| Average Thickness | ≥ 0.8 mm | |
| Minimum Thickness | ≥ 0.58 mm | |
| Electrical Performance | Rated Voltage | AC1.0/1.0KV DC1.5KV |
| Rated Temperature | -40°C ~ 90°C | |
| Conductor Resistance | ≤ 1.95 Ω/km (20°C) | |
| Insulation Resistance | ≥ 420 MΩ·km (20°C) | |
| Voltage Withstand Test | AC 6.5KV / DC 15KV, 5 min | |
| Spark Electrochemical Voltage | 7 KV | |
| Short-Circuit Temperature | ≤ 200°C / 5s | |
| Physical Properties of Insulation | Minimum Tensile Strength | ≥ 8.0 N/mm² |
| Minimum Break Elongation Rate | ≥ 125% | |
| Flame Test | EN60332-1-2 | |
| Theoretical Service Life | 25 Years | |
| Environmental Protection | RoHS 2.0 | |
High-Performance Cable Structure
Tinned Copper Wire
- Superior conductivity
- Corrosion resistant (marine-grade)
- Anti-oxidation protection
- Flexible routing
XLPO Insulation
- Excellent electrical insulation
- Durable in harsh environments
Waterproof XLPO Jacket
- UV resistant
- Flame resistant
- Low smoke, halogen-free
- Built for long-term outdoor exposure
Ideal Applications
- Solar panel arrays
- Marine electrical systems
- Van conversions
- Camper vans
- Overland builds
- Battery banks
- Off-grid cabins
- Inverter connections
Installation Advantage
This 60-foot configuration gives you flexibility:
- Cut into two 30-foot runs
- Or customize lengths for your system layout
- Pre-installed MC4 connectors save time and reduce installation errors
Designed to integrate seamlessly with standard MC4 solar connectors and charge controllers.
Frequently Asked Questions
🔽 What’s the difference between XLPO and XLPE?
XLPE (Cross-linked Polyethylene) and XLPO (Cross-linked Polyolefin) are both thermosetting, high-performance cable insulation materials.
XLPE is tougher and commonly used in high-voltage power transmission.
XLPO offers greater flexibility, improved chemical resistance, better heat tolerance, and superior low-smoke, halogen-free (LSZH) safety properties.
XLPO is commonly preferred in solar and marine applications due to its flexibility and environmental resistance.
🔽 Which is better for solar cables — XLPO or XLPE?
XLPO is generally the better choice for solar and marine applications.
Flexibility: XLPO is more flexible, ideal for routing through tight spaces in vans and boats.
Temperature & Resistance: XLPO can handle higher heat ranges (up to 125–150°C depending on formulation) and offers strong oil and chemical resistance.
Safety: XLPO typically provides better flame retardancy and low-smoke, halogen-free performance.
Applications:
- XLPE – Medium/high-voltage power transmission
- XLPO – Solar PV, marine systems, automotive, hazardous environments
For solar cable installations requiring durability, flexibility, and safety — XLPO is preferred.
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